Pakistan Published 26 Nov, 2025 09:19pm Nawaz demands accountability for those ‘who brought Imran to power’ Says the 2018 elections derailed Pakistan’s economic progress
Pakistan Published 22 Nov, 2025 09:42pm PTI criticises govt over IMF report, cites corruption as barrier to investment Taimur Saleem Jhagra and ex-Sindh governor Mohammad Zubair demand probe into governance failures highlighted by IMF
Pakistan Published 20 Nov, 2025 06:41pm IMF sees 6.5% GDP upside if Pakistan fixes corruption, governance Diagnostic report calls for reforms to taxation, procurement and oversight of Pakistan’s revenue authority
Business & Economy Published 13 Nov, 2025 09:39pm Pakistan set to secure next IMF tranche as board meeting scheduled for December 8 IMF to approve $1.2bn disbursement; Pakistan to release key governance report ahead of session
Business & Economy Published 05 Nov, 2025 05:29pm IMF board expected to approve $1.2bn tranche for Pakistan by ‘early December’, says Aurangzeb Pakistan, IMF authorities reached staff-level agreement in mid-October
Business & Economy Published 05 Nov, 2025 04:49pm IMF offers Pakistan technical assistance for new NFC Award Sources say IMF proposed help in drafting new resource distribution formula between federation and provinces
Business & Economy Published 04 Nov, 2025 06:22pm PIA blames engineers for sabotaging privatisation, operations gradually restored Airline says aircraft engineers’ work stoppage grounded multiple flights under the pretext of safety, calling it an attempt to derail privatisation
Business & Economy Published 27 Oct, 2025 07:36pm Pakistan’s economy on recovery path; remittances up 8.4%, exports rise 6.5%: Finance Ministry Finance Ministry says economic activity remains stable; forex reserves near $20bn despite FDI dip
Pakistan Published 22 Oct, 2025 11:38pm Pakistan’s economy shows major signs of sustained recovery, says Aurangzeb Finance minister cites rating upgrades, IMF confidence, and progress on reforms as signs of renewed stability; says privatisation, CPEC 2.0, and digital transformation to drive growth.
Pakistan Published 15 Oct, 2025 11:17pm Aurangzeb invites global investors to tap minerals, energy, digital, and pharma sectors Finance Minister highlights economic reforms and economic stability at US event
Business & Economy Published 15 Oct, 2025 02:45pm PM Shehbaz praises IMF deal as vote of confidence in Pakistan’s economy Says agreement reflects global trust in reforms and economic stability
Pakistan Published 15 Oct, 2025 09:20am IMF, Pakistan reach preliminary deal on $1.2 billion payout 'Pakistan’s economic program is entrenching macroeconomic stability, rebuilding market confidence'
Business & Economy Published 11 Oct, 2025 07:54pm Pakistan, IMF hold virtual talks to secure third loan tranche Finance Ministry continues daily negotiations on the second economic review as Islamabad seeks a staff-level agreement
Business & Economy Published 11 Oct, 2025 07:45pm Aurangzeb embarks on six-day US visit for IMF, World Bank annual meetings Over 65 high-level engagements planned as Pakistan seeks deeper economic cooperation and global investor confidence
Pakistan Published 09 Oct, 2025 12:57pm Pakistan, IMF agree to continue policy talks for staff-level deal Fund acknowledges progress in fiscal discipline, energy and climate reforms
Pakistan Published 08 Oct, 2025 07:37pm Govt meets another IMF condition as FBR issues draft rules for civil servants’ asset disclosure The revised framework proposes mandatory asset declarations for Grade 17-22 officers to enhance transparency and governance
Business & Economy Updated 09 Oct, 2025 02:47am IMF pushes for stronger transparency laws, import restrictions IMF-Pakistan talks end with differences over governance and anti-corruption reforms
Business & Economy Published 07 Oct, 2025 05:37pm Further rate cuts hinge on flood impact, IMF review: SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad says inflation may briefly exceed target band in 2026 but remain contained overall
Business & Economy Published 07 Oct, 2025 05:18pm Pakistan, IMF talks enter final phase as growth target may drop to 3.5% Key macroeconomic indicators under review as draft Memorandum of Economic and Financial Policies nears completion
Pakistan Published 06 Oct, 2025 08:38pm IMF urges provinces to fund flood recovery schemes from own resources Lender warns against reducing fiscal surplus as Pakistan and the IMF review flood impact, tariff policy and power sector reforms
Pakistan Published 01 Oct, 2025 11:31pm Floods devastate crops, threaten exports; govt vows farmer relief and crop recovery Energy Minister warns of looming agricultural crisis, stresses technology and contingency funds as key solutions
Business & Economy Published 01 Oct, 2025 08:46pm Aurangzeb rules out new taxes, says IMF talks ‘positive’ and economy stable Eurobond payment boosts confidence; Panda bond launch with China expected by November
Pakistan Updated 27 Sep, 2025 05:14pm IMF demands zero rise in power sector circular debt Officials brief IMF delegation about plan to eliminate circular debt
Business & Economy Published 26 Sep, 2025 04:55pm IMF urges Pakistan to boost revenues, cut deficit as review talks enter second day Subsidy cuts, tax reforms, and fiscal measures dominate discussions with key ministries
World Updated 26 Sep, 2025 05:15pm Pakistan celebrates ‘historic’ restructuring of circular debt The newly introduced Debt Servicing Surcharge (DSS) will be applied to consumer bills for the next six years
Business & Economy Published 25 Sep, 2025 06:16pm IMF mission begins second review talks in Pakistan to unlock $1bn tranche FBR shares alternative tax plan as discussions cover flood impact and fiscal reforms
Business & Economy Updated 25 Sep, 2025 02:42am IMF mission to arrive today for review of $7bn loan programme Two-week visit to assess economic targets; $1bn tranche hinges on successful talks
Pakistan Published 24 Sep, 2025 11:46am PM Shehbaz urges IMF to factor in flood impact in economic review In meeting with IMF chief, PM highlights need for post-disaster considerations
Business & Economy Published 17 Sep, 2025 05:14pm IMF review talks to begin on Sept 25 as five targets remain unmet $1 billion tranche under cloud as govt struggles with privatisation, other reforms
Business & Economy Published 16 Sep, 2025 06:14pm Pakistan’s debt position more sustainable than rupee figures suggest, says finance ministry Debt-to-GDP ratio improves, early repayments and lower interest costs ease fiscal pressure